Metro News
Allston Community Calls for Neighborhood Improvements through Mass. Turnpike Realignment
Approximately 200 community members, transportation officials, and elected representatives gathered to voice their opinions and goals for the $260 million Allston interchange project Thursday evening. The project will impact Harvard-owned land.
The Taco Truck Will Move into Old Felipe's Site
Students may be familiar with The Taco Truck from its current mobile location outside the Science Center.
Charles Conservancy Advocates for Bridge Underpasses
The Charles River Conservancy has initiated a movement to petition the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to build underpasses under the Anderson Memorial, Western Ave., and River St. bridges along the Charles.
Cambridge Police Report Surge in ATM Fraud
The Cambridge Police Department issued a Citizen’s Alert last week warning that thieves have used devices called “skimmers,” which attach to ATMs, to gain access to personal bank account information.
Due to Construction Delays, Felipe’s Temporarily Moves to Flat Patties
Amid delays in construction of the new location of Felipe’s, a popular late night Mexican restaurant, students and Cambridge residents can satisfy their burrito cravings at Flat Patties, where Felipe’s will operate until the grand opening of its new home at 21 Brattle St.
Council Considers Different Approaches to Cambridge Development
The City Council considered two policy orders Monday night that offered competing visions for how Cambridge should approach future development of housing, public spaces, and transportation.
Now Working in the Mayor’s Office, Former Lecturer Reflects on Time at Harvard
Nearly two months after he left his position as a History and Literature lecturer to write speeches for newly elected Boston Mayor Marty J. Walsh, Eoin F. Cannon ’95 said he misses his time at Harvard but plans to stay at his post for the duration of Walsh’s term.
Harvard Square Store Owners, Homeless Population Follow Unspoken Agreement
Though many store owners and others affiliated with Harvard Square business positively characterize their relationship with the homeless, some cite concerns about the impact of the visible homeless population on the shopping experience.
New Report Explains Successes and Failures of Response to Bombing, Manhunt
According to a press release, the analysis serves to identify “those critical moments when planning, preparation and coordination paid off—as well as those occasions when performance left room for improvement.”
Attorney General Candidate Joins Supporters for Gathering at John Harvard’s
The afternoon event served as a gathering for her supporters, as well as a pre-game party for the NCAA men's basketball game later that evening.
With Turnpike Project Meeting Approaching, Allstonians Hope for Positive Changes
With the first community meeting regarding the Massachusetts Turnpike realignment scheduled for next Thursday, Allston residents said they hope the $260 million construction project will produce positive changes in the community.
Cambridge Votes Down Proposed Winthrop Square Development
Cambridge developer Raj Dhanda will be allowed to submit a new plan for three stories of residential microunits on top of the existing Galeria building.
Harvard Square Developer Sets off Opposition Over Historic Park
A new proposal from developer Raj Dhanda to build a three-story addition on the 57 JFK St. building next door has brought renewed attention—and controversy—to the small plot of land has played an outsized role in American history.
Weston Selectmen Vote To Sue University Over Sale of Contaminated Property
Weston alleges that Harvard failed to comply with the terms of a 2010 contract which required the University to “remediate” contaminated portions of the 62.5-acre Case Estates property it had agreed to sell to the town.
Harvard Square Businesses Devise Strategy To Appeal to Chinese Tourists
Though Harvard Square is already a popular tourist attraction, local businesses are working to bring in even more visitors, particularly targeting Chinese travelers.
Baker Secures Republican Nomination for Massachusetts Governor
Charles D. Baker ’79 clinched the Republican nomination for governor at the party convention Saturday, edging out Mark Fisher, a more conservative Republican candidate, for the gubernatorial nomination.
City Council Considers Cambridge-Wide Job Fair and Municipal Broadband
The Cambridge City Council considered and passed two policy orders designed to benefit the city’s least advantaged residents at their meeting Monday night. One proposed a Cambridge-wide job fair and another explored the possibility of introducing free internet access across the city.
Former Boston Mayor Thomas Menino Diagnosed With Cancer
Former Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino, who has worked closely with Harvard on its projects in Allston and the Longwood Medical Area, has been diagnosed with an advanced form of cancer that has spread to his liver and lymph nodes.
Clover Welcomes Harvard Square’s First Bitcoin ATM
Clover Food Lab, a vegetarian and vegan restaurant chain, installed the first Bitcoin ATM in Harvard Square Monday morning.
With Construction Underway, Allston Residents Take a Second Look at Task Force
Allston residents have voiced concerns about the makeup of the Harvard-Allston Task Force, particularly concerning the age, gender, and race of its members.
T to Extend Weekend Hours Until 2:30 a.m. Beginning March 28
Following appeals by students and residents, the Red Line of the MBTA will now run until 2:30 a.m. on weekends.
Gubernatorial Candidate Charlie Baker '79 Breaks Out as Clear Republican Favorite
Former gubernatorial candidate Charles D. Baker ’79 has emerged as the likely Republican nominee for governor, trailing the Democratic frontrunner, Massachusetts Attorney General Martha M. Coakley, by 13 points, according to a recent poll.
Businesses in Smith Center Unclear About Future
Four months after Harvard announced planned renovations to The Richard A. & Susan F. Smith Campus Center, and almost a week after faculty and student working groups released their recommendations, the future of retailers and restaurants inside the Smith Center is still unclear.
Pantry’s Closure Will Leave Void in Harvard Square Daytime Homeless Services
Bread and Jams, a drop-in shelter that serves the daytime needs of Harvard Square’s homeless population, will be forced to shut its doors on March 25 after decades in operation after recent changes in federal funding for homelessness services.
Proposed Three-Story Addition to 57 JFK Met With Concern
Local residents and business owners voiced concerns Thursday night about how three new stories of residential units would affect lighting and parking.